Ep 5. Episode 5

The episode begins with the arrival of a new Dane warrior, Skade, who immediately sets her sights on Uhtred, believing him to be the key to her future success. Meanwhile, King Alfred sends Aethelwold on a dangerous mission to the north, and Aethelred and Aethelflaed's relationship continues to deteriorate as tensions rise between them. Uhtred, determined to protect his loved ones, makes a risky deal with Skade that could have disastrous consequences.

As Uhtred and his men prepare for battle against the Danes, they are faced with unexpected challenges and betrayals from within their own ranks. Aethelflaed struggles to maintain her authority as Lady of Mercia, and Aethelred's jealousy towards her only grows as she gains more power. Meanwhile, Skade continues to manipulate Uhtred, using her powers of seduction and manipulation to try to control him.

As the battle reaches its climax, Uhtred finds himself faced with the ultimate decision: to fight for his allegiance to King Alfred and the Saxons, or to side with the Danes and seek his own revenge. With Skade's influence weighing heavy on his mind, Uhtred must navigate dangerous terrain in order to achieve his ultimate goals and protect those he cares about.

As the episode draws to a close, the consequences of Uhtred's choices begin to reverberate through the halls of power in Wessex and beyond. With new alliances forged and old ones destroyed, the fate of the Saxons hangs in the balance, and Uhtred's loyalty is put to the ultimate test. Will he continue to fight for his people, or will he succumb to the temptation of power and glory offered by the Danes? Only time will tell in this epic, historical drama.